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Definitions

movie theater

[moo-vee thee-uh-ter] / ˈmu vi ˌθi ə tər /
NOUN
place where movies are shown
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cinema movie house multiplex
WEAK
circuit theater dream palace drive-in movie drive-in theater film theater fleapit grind house motion-picture theater movie palace picture house picture palace picture show picture theater revival house

Example Sentences

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But instead of heading to a costume party or a swanky soiree, the group drove to the movie theater to see “Michael,” the new biopic of Michael Jackson.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

According to his lawsuit, he was in the lobby of the movie theater when Pinkett Smith approached him with about seven members of her entourage and threatened him.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Among the amenities included in the home are a mini-golf course, a wet bar, a lagoon-style pool, and a movie theater, everything an A-list star could need to live the high life.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

He marveled at their bowling alley and Dolby Atmos-equipped movie theater.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Everything is changing so fast, and after our fight at the movie theater, I don’t know how Mom would react if she found out the box is here, in my room.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day